Pastabilities Princess Pasta Crown Castle Fun Shapes (4 Pack, 14 oz) vs Barilla Protein+ Cellentani Pasta (14.5 oz) – plant-based lentil, chickpea & pea
Overall winner: Barilla Protein+ Cellentani Pasta (14.5 oz) – plant-based lentil, chickpea & pea
Key Differences
Choose Barilla Protein+ Cellentani (A) if you want higher plant-based protein content, a vegan/non‑GMO formulation and a lower listed price tier; choose Pastabilities Princess Pasta (B) if you prioritize kid-friendly crown/princess shapes and a bronze-die porous texture even though shape retention can vary during cooking
Pastabilities Princess Pasta Crown Castle Fun Shapes (4 Pack, 14 oz)
Kid-friendly pasta with princess- and castle-shaped shapes. Made from 100% durum wheat with vegetable powders for bite-size pieces; bronze-dyed, slow-dried for porous texture. All-natural, non-GMO, and USA-made
Pros
- fun shapes kids love
- porous texture from bronze-die process
- all-natural, non-GMO
- made in the USA
Cons
- mixed shape-retention in some cooking cases
Barilla Protein+ Cellentani Pasta (14.5 oz) – plant-based lentil, chickpea & pea
Plant-based protein pasta with lentil flour in a Cellentani shape. Provides plant protein and fiber; customers note good taste and quality alongside nutrition benefits
Pros
- plant-based protein source
- good texture according to customers
- nutritional benefits (protein, fiber)
- contains simple ingredients
Cons
- no explicit allergen notes beyond plant-based ingredients
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Barilla |
| Durability | pastabilities |
| Versatility | Barilla |
| User Reviews | Barilla |